Why I suggest Harlequin Red 2011

Dry red, rich bouquet and a mix of fruit, of strong personality,expresses power and wealth.

The Sommelier: the Product mix of grapes, HARLEQUIN, from thecolor garnet red with orange-y, vino very consistent with alcohol content of 15.00 %, clear. On the nose great fragrance a mix of scents, immediate red fruits of the forest: blueberries, currants, and blackberries. On the palate, powerful immediately feel the enveloping richness and complexity. Fruit, spices and higher alcohols alternate with flavors of fruit jam, then tobacco, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves united states to the mineral deposits. Closing persistent and persuasive sweetness.

Food pairings: baked Arista of pork with polenta and radicchio, Spaghetti with lamb sauce, Tortellini with meat sauce, Rabbit cacciatore, Goose casserole, Stew stew. Accompanies well matured cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano. Drunk alone at the end of the meal is superb.

Uncork and decant, serve at a temperature of 18 °C in the chalice, the Grand Ballon.

The cellar: The name Zýmē from the Greek means “in yeast”, is the fundamental element in the world of oenology. Located in the heart of the Classic Valpolicella region,... details.

Awards...

2008 The wines of Veronelli 2017 Super 3 Stars (over 94/100)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous - July 2015 95+

The Wines of Italy 2016 de Espresso 18/20

The Essential guide to the Wines of Italy 2016 - Daniele Cernilli 94/100

Yearbook of the Best Italian Wines, 2016 - Luca Maroni 93/100

AWC Vienna - silver medal 87.9/100

2007 Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, February 2015 93/100

Enogea - Series II - December 2006/January 2007 the Best IGT 90/100

The Golosario di Paolo Massobrio 2005, Harlequin Wine Top

Gambero Rosso Vini d'italia 2012: Harlequin, 2006 2 Red Glasses

Luca Maroni - Yearbook of the best Italian wines 2012: Harlequin, 2006 92/100